The Ultimate Greenwashing: Barbie Goes Green

Almost a month ago, we received a press release for Barbie™ BCause, an attempt by Mattel to fool consumers into believing made in China, plastic, out-of-proportion dolls were green. I sent it out to our Eco Child's Play writers stating, "Anyone want to take this on. I can't do … [Read more...]

It's Eco-Friendly Sunscreen and Natural Bug Repellent Season

It's official, I got my first sunburn this weekend. It was only a light burn, but somehow I always forget the sunscreen during the first warm days of spring. Fortunately, I remembered to protect my children with SmartShield when we headed down to the river. One added bonus to … [Read more...]

Toby and Rei Organic Kids' Clothing and Accessories

I love discovering new companies that feature eco-friendly clothing for kids, and the market for green children's gear is growing in both supply and demand. I recently was led to Toby and Rei: eco friendly clothes + accessories for you and baby. This Massachusetts based … [Read more...]

The Great Copy Machine Epidemic Results Are In!

Remember the Great Copy Machine Epidemic: "unidentified contagious disease striking school photocopiers, causing them to chew up trees and contributing to climate change"? On April 17, over 23,000 students in 30 schools turned off their school photocopiers and attempted to … [Read more...]

Greenpeace, Dove, Palm Oil, and the Destruction of the Rainforest

[kml_flashembed movie="http://www.youtube.com/v/JaH4y6ZjSfE" width="425" height="350" wmode="transparent" /] Unilever, makers of Dove, has recently released a video aimed at promoting children's self-esteem by illuminating how the beauty industry targets girl's body images. The … [Read more...]